William was born April 3, 1961 in Newburgh, NY. He was the son of Harold Baynes, Sr. and Eleanor Every Baynes.

William was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy and a cook for Signature Cafe of Newburgh.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Brenda Robinson Baynes at home; two sons, Chaquan Robinson Gayle and Kristopher K. Robinson, both of Newburgh; three brothers: Harold A. Baynes "Clean" (Janette), Andre Baynes "Softee" (Malissa), all of Newburgh, and Kevin K. Baynes of Schenectady, NY; four sisters: Kathleen M. Baynes "Kaedi" of Newburgh, Darvi S. Baynes of Bronx, NY, Celia A. Baynes of Highland Falls, NY and Rachel Lovie of Queens, NY; three grandchildren: Karisma, Jada and Kaiyon, all of New Windsor, and godchild, D'asia Cousar; special friends, "Chilly D" and Andrew Gunn; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was predeceased by a sister, Alexzenia L. Baynes-Williams "Zena".

Mr Baynes will lie in repose from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, October 11, at The Cathedral at House of Refuge, 127-131 Broadway, Newburgh, NY. Services will be at 6 p.m. at the church with Bishop Jeffrey C. Woody officiating.

Professional services entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Homes, 259 Walsh Avenue, New Windsor, NY 12553. "Committed To Being The Very Best." Call us anytime at 569-1233.